Till 1941, there was only one floor of the institute and patients were treated on
OPD basis only.

1955

Maskati family of Surat donated generously to the institute and second floor was
created. It became “Maskati Charitable Hospital and C.F.Parekh Dispensary.”

1965-66

The institute was recognized for internship training and under graduate and postgraduate
teaching in the subject of Medicine and Surgery. Ortho. & Medical wards were
added in that year.

1978

Gastroscope and Laparoscope were made available for the poor and needy people of
Surat.

1984

U.S.G. Machine was installed and full-fledged blood bank become operational.

1986-87

Seven bedded modern, well equipped and air conditioned I.C.C.U. was started. X-Ray
Dept. Audiometry Dept. & Physiotherapy Dept. was upgraded to meet the demand
of the time. Now 8 storied annex building was erected.

1996-97

Separate wards for burned male & female patients were started. Each patient
is kept in A.C. cabin and there are separate cabins for male & female patients
which prevents the cross infections.